We felt like family in Ozlem’s new home in a tiny village near Georgioupoli, Crete. It felt like the whole village was ready to help us find her lovely place. Ozlem is a gifted language instructor and has worked as an interpreter so communication was no problem. So much fun pitching in and helping prepare a delicious meal that she checked in advance with us as to our likes and dislikes. It was really special visiting together while we waited for the dishes to simmer and bake. The time in a traditional Greek home was exactly what we had hoped to experience. It was a nice addition that Ozlem is originally from Smyrna, Turkey so she has a wide variety of experiences to share with us. The value of this tour is phenomenal since it was private and she sends the leftovers with you. If we’re lucky enough to visit Crete again, we will definitely take another class with Ozlem.

This was a fabulous experience, such fun and such a wonderful couple. The food we made was fabulous, Tzatziki, Eggplant salad, Baked Feta, Lamb kebab, prawns with sweet chili sauce, Swiss chard, and creamy Greek yoghurt with apricots….also a cocktail with Martina, made with resin…. I am traveling by my self and they did not act like this was at all unusual…so if you are a solo traveler you’ll be made to feel so welcome. And it is so nice to actually visits someone’s home.

if you are looking for an authentic taste of Greece that goes beyond the tourist trail, book this experience immediately! This wasn't just a cooking class; it was a genuine afternoon spent in a Greek home, surrounded by the smells, stories, and warmth of a local family. From the moment we walked in, our host made us feel like old friends. We started the day perfectly with a glass of ouzo and a platter of the most delicious olives, creamy Graviera cheese, and crunchy barley rusks. It was the ideal way to settle in and get to know the other "cooks" for the day. The 2-hour hands-on class flew by. Our host’s passion for her family's recipes was contagious. She didn’t just teach us how to cook; she taught us why, sharing little tips and secrets from her grandmother’s kitchen that you simply wouldn't find in a cookbook. We learned to make two traditional dishes from scratch, and the feeling of watching the ingredients come together under her expert guidance was incredibly satisfying. The absolute highlight, however, was sitting down to enjoy the feast we had prepared. The flavors were out of this world—fresh, vibrant, and comforting all at once. It was, hands down, the most authentic and delicious meal we had during our entire stay in Athens. I left this experience not only with a full stomach and a smile on my face, but also with the confidence and new skills to recreate these incredible dishes at home. If you want to connect with Greek culture through its food, this is the experience for you. Don't miss it!

On the island of Corfu is a place about 20 minutes from the port that'll knock your socks off with delicious Corfiot food served under a grape arbor. Vasiliki, educated in the US and employed there for 25 years, returned home to Corfu to re-discover the best of its culinary history and make it available to us travelers. Absolutely scrumptious! She offers cooking classes or just a meal. Hard for eight of us to make our minds up, she offered tastings of most of her menu which we shared. Beautiful day, awesome hospitality. Did I mention the great wine yet? Our ship docked on Corfu on a Saturday, a day she normally takes off, but she graciously agreed to open for us when asked through Traveling Spoon. Probably wouldn't have happened without them.

Mary was very warm and welcoming. She has an extensive knowledge of Cretan cooking, and nutritional science. She gave a very comprehensive and interesting history of Cretan cuisine. She modified the cooking class to meet my pescatarian needs. The food was delicious, with many of the ingredients sourced from her property, and therefore very fresh. I was the only attendant for this class, so it was wonderful having a one-on-one experience. Her home is wonderful, with a very organic design, in a perfect location. I was able to observe the beautiful sunset from her patio.

Such a great time. Ana and her daughter were delightful and client loved learning about Greek cooking

Antonia shared her home and her food with us in a delightful visit. We sat on her patio, walked through her garden, and learned about the plants she and her family have nurtured there for generations. She had done a lot of the prep work but guided us through putting together stuffed green peppers and tomatoes, a cucumber salad, and tzatziki sauce. She had prepared an appetizer plate of olives and cheeses which she served with wine. For dessert she’d made a delicious orange cake. The real treat though were her delightful stories about her, her parents, and grandparents. Her easy personality and welcoming attitude made us feel at home from the very beginning. What a treat!

Oh my God! This was by far the most fun I have had in Athens. Christina taught my husband and I (and 3 others in our group) how to prepare authentic Greek phyllo dough from scratch in her kitchen. She will teach you to make the ubiquitous flaky Greek dough - starting with flour and water! - and together you will prepare a traditional pie. She will teach you, step by step, how to make the pie filling using seasonal ingredients like wild spinach and other greens and a variety of fresh cheeses (you might mix the filling in the sink since it is her biggest receptacle!). You mix the dough, learn to roll it into paper-thin sheets on her dining table, and layer the pie with the filling. She will show you how to carefully lay the delicate sheets of phyllo in the pan, which results in a light, crispy pie.